Kristi Painter is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in attachment struggles, adoption, abuse, anxiety disorders, PTSD and codependency. She maintains a private practice in Tucson, Arizona.

Kristi has over 15 years of experience working with families and children in crisis. She is a graduate of University of Arizona with a BA in Psychology, and Grand Canyon University with a Master of Science in Professional Counseling, and Master of Science in Addictions Counseling.

Kristi is an interactive, integrative, solution-focused therapist. Her therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively manage personal life challenges. She offers a highly personalized approach tailored to each client.

With creativity, compassion, and understanding, she works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.

My passion is helping people connect in healthy ways, healing wounds that prevent us from living full lives and becoming our whole selves. I believe I have tools to assist you in this journey and would be honored to be your guide. Your story is safe with me. It takes courage to face your past. I just want to say that I admire your courage, welcome your voice and your story. We will shed the layers of shame and a new freedom will come into existence.